The City of Kinston has postponed its swearing-in ceremony for newly elected officials. The ceremony was originally scheduled for December 2 but has been moved to December 16, according to the city’s public information officer.
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Rep. Greg Murphy, M.D.: Updates from Washington D.C and eastern North Carolina
Updates from Washington D.C and eastern North Carolina.
Bob Brinson Announces Campaign for Re-Election to the North Carolina State Senate
NEW BERN, N.C. — Today, North Carolina Senator Bob Brinson formally announced his campaign for re-election to the State Senate, pledging to continue championing strong communities, responsible governance, and the values of Beaufort, Craven, and Lenoir counties.
UNC Health Lenoir teammates collect more than 5,000 pounds of food during annual Feastival of Foods drive
On November 21, UNC Health Lenoir hosted its annual “Feastival of Foods” food drive, continuing a long-standing tradition of supporting local families during the holiday season. Teammates from across the hospital united to collect more than 5000 pounds of food for Lenoir County residents facing food insecurity.
Label Shopper Opens in Kinston Across from Walmart
Shoppers looking for national brands without the big-box price tag now have a new destination. Label Shopper has officially opened its doors in Kinston at 4150 W. Vernon Avenue, in the former Badcock Furniture location across from Walmart.
Snow Hill Primary "Terrific Kid" awards
Snow Hill Primary gives out a weekly award called "Terrific Kid" awards. Each teacher at SHP chooses a student who has been responsible, shows great character, or has reached a personal goal. On Fridays, these students are presented with an award and are congratulated for their hard work. Below are Snow Hill Primary's Terrific Kid Awards!
Lenoir County restaurant inspections
The following restaurant inspections were conducted by the Lenoir County Health Department:
UPDATE: Board dismisses election protests against Moore and Lipford
The Lenoir County Board of Elections dismissed the protest filed against Kinston Mayor-elect Kareem Moore on Monday night after the protestor failed to appear for the evidentiary hearing. In a separate hearing, the board voted 3–2 to dismiss the protest against Council-elect Les Lipford. Two board members voted that the protest met the required standard, but the motion to advance it failed.
The Looking Glass Marketplace brings new life to a La Grange landmark
LA GRANGE — A historic storefront long known as The Men's Den has been revived as a new small business hub in downtown La Grange. The Looking Glass Marketplace, owned by Heather Watson, opened in early October and has already grown into a bustling destination for antiques, vintage goods, and handmade art from across eastern North Carolina.
LCPS 1st Nine Weeks Honor Roll/Principal’s List
Lenoir County Public Schools is proud to recognize students who made their schools’ Principal’s List and Honor Roll in the first nine weeks of instruction this school year. Congratulations to everyone who has been named!
Lenoir Hospital Foundation Hosts Successful Golf Tournament
The 2025 Lenoir Hospital Foundation Superball Golf Tournament was a huge success. On October 16th, 25 teams enjoyed a sunny, cool day of golf at the Kinston Country Club.
Lenoir County land transfers
The following land transfers were filed with the Lenoir County Register of Deeds:
Lenoir County death notices
The following is a list of people who have recently passed away in Lenoir County:
Can NC Global TransPark lift East Kinston residents out of poverty?
The North Carolina Global TransPark in Kinston was created in the 1990s as an industrial park to bring economic prosperity to a region that had lost more than its fair share of agricultural and manufacturing jobs. But nearly two decades after its launch, the TransPark had not lived up to expectations and was deemed a boondoggle, even by some supporters.
Evelyn Dove Coleman Miracles Are Just That
Two dear, long-time friends called me recently to share that their close family members face cancer testing or treatment. I've known these friends for decades, and they are both very strong personalities. Yet, the scare of cancer caused their strength to shrink. I found myself reminding them that their very words to me were the exact words of prayers of conviction.
Lenoir County Farmers Market update for Super Saturday - November 22, 2025
The Lenoir County Farmers Market, located at 100 N. Herritage Street, will be open Tuesday and Saturday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Lenoir County commissioners approve two economic development incentives, budget amendments and board appointments
The Lenoir County Board of Commissioners met Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, approving a series of economic development agreements, departmental budget adjustments and tax-related resolutions during a meeting that highlighted continued industrial growth and ongoing state-funded flood mitigation work.
Man injured in early morning shooting at Kinston Circle K
On November 21, 2025, at 2:05 a.m., officers responded to a report of a gunshot wound at the Circle K on N. Herritage Street. Officers arrived and located 59-year-old Thomas Watson suffering from a single gunshot wound to the abdomen. EMS transported Watson to ECU Health for treatment.
KPD: Shots Fired Call Leads to Mother and Son Arrests
On November 20, 2025, at approximately 8:41 p.m., Kinston Police Department B-Squad officers responded to multiple reports of shots fired in the area of Old Snow Hill Road. Officers also received information that the suspect was at a residence in the 2200 block of Old Snow Hill Road.
Lenoir elections board denies third protest filed by Quarla Blackwell
Former Kinston City Council candidate Quarla Blackwell filed her third election protest this week, prompting a preliminary consideration meeting Thursday by the Lenoir County Board of Elections. The board unanimously voted to deny the new protest, concluding there was not enough evidence to advance it to a full hearing.